I’ll be honest — this episode got real.

I break down a powerful quote from Olympic legend Apolo Ohno that shook me:

“Every time we play someone else’s scoreboard, we trade a flicker of our life candle for applause that doesn’t last.”

That hit deep.

Because I’ve found myself chasing validation that didn’t even matter.

In school.

In sports.

Even online.

So in this episode, I dive into what really defines success... not for your friends, your followers, or your parents… but for you. Things I've learned from following the legend Apolo Ohno!

What's on this episode:

🔑 How to learn the “reward games” (like grades, likes, and status) — without letting them own you

🔑 Why anchoring to your authentic self is the only path to long-term fulfillment

🔑 How comparison is literally stealing your joy (been there)

🔑 And how stepping away from the noise — even just for a day — can help you reconnect with what really matters

This is the episode I wish I heard when I first started archery.

So if you’ve ever felt behind, lost, or like you’re living someone else’s dream — this one’s for you.

🎙️ Listen to Episode 37 of My Future Podcast: “Your Scoreboard or Theirs?”

Let’s stop burning out for claps… and start building lives that mean something.

Thank you for tuning in and your support, truly grateful! :) 🫶

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Media Mentions:

https://www.modernmom.com/earth-day-spotlight-meet-carson-with-charity-arrows/

https://www.usarchery.org/article/rush-of-medals-for-u18-and-u21-on-the-final-day-of-the-usat-qualifier-series-opener

https://www.usarchery.org/article/the-journey-continues-for-top-athletes-named-to-usa-archery-s-high-performance-programs

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